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#414 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 47% of private schools

Elk County Catholic High School

High School

600 MAURUS ST, Saint Marys, PA 15857

Private

Enrollment

179

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#414 of 873

In Saint Marys

#1 of 3

public schools

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Elk County Catholic High School

6.6/10

High School in Saint Marys · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Marys Catholic Middle School

6.1/10

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6.0/10

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About Elk County Catholic High School

Elk County Catholic High School is a private high school in Saint Marys, PA. Elk County Catholic High School serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elk County Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 179 students, Elk County Catholic High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Elk County Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Elk County Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Elk County Catholic High School compares to the 3 public schools in Saint Marys, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
179
This School
vs
529
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.6% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.6% vs 0%
Elk County Catholic High School Saint Marys Public Avg

All Schools in Saint Marys

School Rating
Elk County Catholic High School (this school) 6.6
South St Marys Street El Sch 6.0
St Marys Area SHS 6.5
St Marys Area MS 4.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 179
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.6%
Black 1.1%
Asian 1.1%
Hispanic 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

600 MAURUS ST, Saint Marys, PA 15857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elk County Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cameron County JSHS (rated 8.6/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Emporium), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnsonburg Area HS (rated 8.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Johnsonburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brockway Area JSHS (rated 7.8/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Brockway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Marys, see our Saint Marys schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARYS CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Marys 0.0 mi 6.1
South St Marys Street El Sch Saint Marys 0.6 mi 6.0
ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Marys 1.3 mi 5.4
St Marys Area SHS Saint Marys 2.0 mi 6.5
St Marys Area MS Saint Marys 2.2 mi 4.4
Fox Twp El Sch Kersey 4.8 mi 6.4
Johnsonburg Area HS Johnsonburg 8.0 mi 8.5
Francis S Grandinetti El Sch Ridgway 7.1 mi 8.2
Johnsonburg Area El Sch Johnsonburg 8.3 mi 7.6
Ridgway Area HS Ridgway 7.6 mi 7.1
Ridgway Area MS Ridgway 7.6 mi 6.8
Brockway Area JSHS Brockway 17.1 mi 7.8
Brockway Area Elementary Sch Brockway 17.2 mi 8.6
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Brockway 18.2 mi
Kane Area HS Kane 19.6 mi 7.6
Kane Area MS Kane 20.1 mi 6.4
Kane Area El Sch Kane 20.1 mi 7.6
Woodland El Sch Emporium 17.8 mi 8.3
Cameron County JSHS Emporium 17.9 mi 8.6
DuBois Area SHS Dubois 22.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,894

Median Home Value

$144,600

Median Rent

$756/mo

Population

12,825

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

13.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

49.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elk County Catholic High School

What grades does Elk County Catholic High School serve?

Elk County Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Elk County Catholic High School?

Elk County Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk County Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elk County Catholic High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elk County Catholic High School rank in PA?

Elk County Catholic High School ranks #414 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Elk County Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elk County Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Elk County Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Elk County Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Elk County Catholic High School a religious school?

Elk County Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
179
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Elk County

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